Feedback on my CV Layout

Hey everyone,
Ive just be updating my black and white CV done in word several years ago with a new shiny indesign layout that I feel reflects me as a graphic designer, I like simple layouts that are not confusing on the eye.

however, maybe it's a bit too in depth. I imagine, and I'm sure Berry will correct me, that potential employers want to scan CVs get the relevant details and move on. Especially when they have a lot of CVs to go through.

I've found, and seen, that bullet points seem to garner a better response. Simple, and to the point, as well as keeping the CV to 1 single page.

Becky's right, it's far too long. Try and get it onto one side of A4. Also you need to take the photo off.

In terms of design it's fine I guess. Line length is a bit long on the first page. Going to two columns may save you some space. You probably don't need to list every module of your BTEC and every GCSE you took either, just put your overall grades.

Definitely stick to one page and lose the photo. And perhaps put your skills in as the first thing. As Becky said, recruiters and employers just scan through it so it might be a good idea to have the most important bits at the top.

I agree with all of you. Definitely you must have to be more focused and succinct. Probably the best way is reducing size to one page CV and mention only the main topics. I suggest these two really good guides:

The typeface for the main text just looks "ugly" (and the letter spacing is out). Try using something semi-bold but nicely smoothed. I personally loved using Avenir 65 for my CV.

I've found when it comes to grabbing a prospective design studio by the balls is to actually submit your CV as a peice of art. It's all very well and good "tarting up" a word document, but give the extra mile approach a shot.

Rather than say you've got such and such in design and marketing, SHOW them

completely agree with Ross, CV should be 1 page max. If you want to have a portfolio samples PDF then that would be best done in a different file as an optional file for the potential employer to look at

Definitely loose the photo (to agree with Ross), they won't look at it, and its just a pointless addition. You're not applying for work as an actor, what you look like is irrelevant.